Specialists from Prague City Hall and the Institute of Circular Economy (INCIEN) have analyzed the contents of public waste bins in central Prague, finding that about one ton of rubbish is discarded on Wenceslas Square every day.

The latest analysis was carried out to examine how the composition of waste changes with the seasons and fluctuations in tourist traffic.

A similar measurement was conducted during the winter, providing a basis for comparison.

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Beverage packaging made up roughly one-third of the waste collected from bins on Wenceslas Square. Cans and plastic bottles were among the most common items.

Another third consisted of disposable food-service items, particularly cups. The remaining third was made up of general household waste.

Researchers also found waste originating from businesses in the surrounding area, including cafes and shops. Some household rubbish appeared to have been left by tourists staying in apartments rented through short-term accommodation platforms.

Food waste was another recurring part of the findings. Partially eaten food was frequently found in the bins, with trdelník pastries among the more common examples.

The summer analysis gives Prague authorities a clearer picture of the waste generated in one of the city’s busiest public spaces during the peak tourist season and allows them to compare the results with the winter survey.

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